Attentive describes a person who is caring, helpful or watchful.
- Monique’s neighbours were very attentive after her debilitating accident.
- Attentive teachers know when their students are having problems.
Attentiveness is the noun form.
- The innkeeper’s attentiveness to his guests’ comfort was much appreciated.
Attention indicates interest, care or concentration.
- Thank you for your attention to this matter.
- Listening to the radio while I work interferes with my attention to detail.
- The medication is affecting Juan’s attention span.
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